Measuring 47 inches overall, the spear is all-steel in construction, with a Damascus pattern applied to the exterior and fine koftgari-pattern gold embellishment, chiefly scroll and floral patterns. Double edged spear point blade, 10 inches long, with a smooth shaft terminating in a flared round pommel. The rear 12 3/4 inches can unscrew and detach from the rest of the weapon. Provenance: The William Ashby Collection

Fine, with a smooth gray color overall, showing strong Damascus pattern etching and minor handling marks. The gold work is strong and well executed. The threaded sections for the detachable handle may be replacements.